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50 Of The BEST SELLERS AT SEPHORA " BUY OR SKIP?"

55 products · Apr 4, 2026 · Watch on YouTube ↗

  1. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing EADEM Softening Peptide Lip Balm at 00:35 in a YouTube Shorts video
    EADEM$24.00
    • They are so worth it
    • They're lip balm, they're lip conditioning, they do all the things0:32
    • They have really pretty tints0:35
    • It actually sticks to your lips and lasts a really long time on your lips0:39
  2. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder Lowlighter Soft Glow at 01:02 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It's amazing
    • These are so pro performing, so so long-lasting, and they just lay so nice on the skin1:00
    • These are absolutely worth it1:02
  3. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Rhode Pocket Blush Buildable Hydrating Cream Blush at 01:18 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Rhode$25.00
    • Not suitable for oily skin1:14
    • Great if you have dry skin, great if you like a very dewy cream blush, but just know you don't get a lot of longevity1:18
    • I would actually go for the Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin Cream Blushes instead, because the longevity they give with these is just way better1:25
  4. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Fenty Skin Gloss Bomb Stick High Shine Gloss Stick at 01:49 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • They're really nice1:47
    • They're a little goopy at times1:49
    • I would consider them more of like an affordable version and like a slightly thicker, more intensely pigmented version of the YSL Candy Glaze1:51
    • Worth it, but goopy
  5. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing tarte Maracuja Creaseless Creamy Liquid Concealer at 02:26 in a YouTube Shorts video
    tarte$32.00
    • I'd say skip due to the misleading marketing alone2:24
    • Anytime someone is telling you it's a creaseless concealer, like that is impossible2:26
    • I've tested this concealer, it creases2:29
    • The creamy one, that one made like mascara on my top lashes run2:36
    • I say skip it
  6. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Brightening Concealer With Hyaluronic Acid at 03:17 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I say skip it because again, go back to Natasha Denona2:59
    • It's not a bad concealer, it's just it's a high price point, and I don't think it's like I don't think it's worth it3:17
  7. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Medium Coverage Foundation at 03:34 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Totally worth it
    • Great shade range to choose from3:33
    • The undertones are a little hard to figure out3:34
    • Really nice for all skin types, especially if you have more dry skin, I think it's going to be really, really nice and comfortable3:50
    • The price point is not bad
  8. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz Ultra Slim Precision Eyebrow Defining Pencil at 04:29 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It's classic, it's iconic, it's worth it4:27
    • It's not going to fail you4:29
    • There's great shades to choose from4:33
    • They're super duper easy to work with4:34
    • It still holds up all these millions of years later4:44
    • It is worth it, I think
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  10. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing MAKEUP BY MARIO Ethereal Eyes Eyeshadow Palette at 06:10 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • So worth it
    • If you love neutrals and like slightly more warm-toned shadows, absolutely worth it6:10
    • So beautiful
  11. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Natural Glow Blurring Liquid Foundation at 06:51 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • If we're talking about the old formula, totally worth it6:49
    • The new formula is just different6:51
    • It's thin. It doesn't dry down7:05
    • It's still a really pretty foundation, but it's not the original7:13
    • I'm going to say it's not worth it
  12. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm Treatment for Hydration and Nourishing Shine at 08:08 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • They're very nice8:05
    • I love the birthday cake one8:08
    • I would say the Edem is way better. Just my opinion. Cuz it lasts longer on your lips8:20
  13. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Sephora Collection Outrageous Plump Hydrating Lip Gloss at 09:41 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Those are amazing
    • Totally worth it
    • For that price point, so worth it9:40
    • There's really pretty colors, too. I'm a fan. I really like that product9:41
  14. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Milk Makeup Hydro Grip 12-Hour Hydrating Gel Skin Tint at 09:54 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I really like that product9:54
    • I'd say it's best suited for oily skin
    • I don't think it's the best suited for dry skin
    • Totally worth it, but not if you have dry skin
  15. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Lancôme Lash Idôle Lengthening and Volumizing Mascara at 11:11 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Lancôme$30.00
    • I don't think it's worth it because I'm a drugstore mascara fan over here10:57
    • I would do L'Oréal any day over it
    • I don't think it's worth it, personally11:11
  16. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Lightweight Matte Foundation at 12:05 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • If we're talking about the old formula, so worth it
    • Old formulation was incredible, obviously12:05
  17. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Matte Bronzer at 13:37 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Worth it for the formula because it is very classic and it's pretty darn foolproof13:35
    • They need way more shades13:37
    • The packaging has got to go
    • I don't think it's patchy
  18. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Polypeptide Lip Serum Treatment at 14:45 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Laneige$22.00
    • I love that stuff14:42
    • Anything Laneige does for the lips is so good14:45
    • Laneige is great. You won't regret it14:55
    • They're pricey, but I think they're so worth it14:57
  19. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Rhode Peptide Lip Shape Contouring Lip Shaper at 15:50 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Rhode$24.00
    • They just don't last. They don't last15:45
    • It's like a the wind blows on your lips that's gone15:50
    • I'm going to say not worth it personally
    • The rubber end that's supposed like to blend. It's not blending anything. It's wiping it off your face16:01
    • I'm going to say pass
  20. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Tower 28 Beauty Swipe All Over Hydrating Serum Concealer at 16:41 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • That's a great concealer16:36
    • Definitely worth it16:41
    • Great if you have sensitive skin16:44
    • There's no fragrance to it16:45
    • Also great if you have dry under eyes or dry skin but normal skin will love it too16:52
    • That's like an all around solid concealer16:55
  21. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place 24-Hour Long Wear Concealer at 17:16 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • So worth it. I don't even need to hear it17:15
    • That is like such That's like a goat for long-wearing concealers17:16
    • That is such a great formula17:20
    • Less is more17:23
    • If you have dry under eyes or dry skin, prep accordingly17:26
    • Will last all day. Great coverage17:32
  22. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing One/Size On 'Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray at 18:10 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Absolute so worth it. So worth it
    • Pick that up
    • So good. Love that product. Absolutely worth it18:10
  23. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner at 18:57 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Stila$24.00
    • It's a great liner. It definitely stays put18:57
  24. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Sephora Collection 12-Hour Colorful Waterproof Retractable Eyeliner at 19:54 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • All those Sephora Collection eyeliners are so worth it19:24
    • My mom loves that one
    • Great affordable option19:54
    • Definitely worth it
  25. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Patrick Ta Major Headlines Double Take Cream and Powder Blush Duo at 20:30 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It's not my personal absolute holy grail favorite blush formula20:27
    • Beautiful shades, great to have two in one20:30
    • It's definitely still very solid20:35
    • Just not my personal like ride or die20:36
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    • Ride or die. Ride or die pencil
    • Cannot go wrong
    • They're so. They're like when I'm doing makeup on a client I'm not quite sure I haven't like decided what I want to do for the lips. That's like my go-to because I know it's like the safest bet
    • So worth it
  27. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer at 22:22 in a YouTube Shorts video
    NARS$36.00
    • I love that concealer21:34
    • It's iconic. It's still like it still holds up to this day with all the new formulas out there22:22
    • It's creamy, it's long-lasting, I mean, it's smoothing22:29
    • It's a GOAT, for sure
    • If you picked it up, you will love it
  28. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Supergoop! Glowscreen Soft-Radiance Drops Mineral SPF 40 at 23:25 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It's a really great product, so totally worth it23:12
    • If you have drier skin, I would go for the mineral one23:25
    • If you have normal, combination, or oily skin, the chemical one is like the one to get23:28
    • Either one's worth it
  29. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Fenty Skin Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Liquid Foundation at 24:05 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I like it. I don't like go crazy for that one23:55
    • I think that the soft lit was really successful and they did such a great job with that foundation24:05
    • The matte one, I don't grab that one when if I'm looking for a matte foundation24:11
    • It's not that it's bad
  30. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing One/Size Powder Melt Glass Setting Spray at 24:40 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Great product
    • It does exactly what it says it's going to do24:37
    • It melts the look of powder or like overly powdered or overly matte skin24:40
    • Gives it like juice and vibrancy and massive amounts of glow24:49
    • If you're oily, it's not going to fare well for you. If you're dry, so good24:54
    • Worth it
  31. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Too Faced Cloud Crush Blurring Powder Blush at 25:15 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Too Faced$32.00
    • They're nice
    • It's not my I wouldn't Okay, that wouldn't be my first pick for a powder blush25:15
  32. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Kosas Revealer Super Creamy Plus Brightening Concealer at 26:00 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Kosas$30.00
    • I think it's a nice concealer, totally. Really, really nice concealer25:57
    • Just know, like you if you have it, that should be your concealer that you use up until it's gone. Like, don't let it sit on your shelf for a year and neglect it cuz it'll get a little It'll be a little funky26:00
    • Now that they expanded the shades to be more neutral and not all straight warm, good26:10
    • It's not my preferred, but it's still a great product26:18
  33. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Benefit Cosmetics 24-Hour Brow Setter Clear Brow Gel at 26:51 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It's my girl. That's my ride or die
    • That's my number one used, number one repurchase clear brow gel that I use professionally26:45
    • It's still in my kit right now. It's just so good26:51
    • Absolutely worth it
  34. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Fragrance-Free Foundation at 27:27 in a YouTube Shorts video
    ILIA$48.00
    • I'm not a fan
    • For dry skin, if you want like a thin, serumy, lightweight hint of coverage product that you can like just apply with your fingers, then it's nice27:18
    • You're not going to get performance out of those products, and you're not going to get longevity27:27
    • I just don't like the feeling of it. It just feels like oil27:31
    • I say personally it's not worth it
  35. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Merit The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation Stick at 28:30 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Merit$38.00
    • I don't think it's worth it
    • It's a little thick, in my opinion28:29
    • I would say skip that one28:30
  36. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Concealer at 29:21 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Very great concealer, definitely worth it29:10
    • You have to know how to use it. If you don't know how to use it, it will cake quick
    • Less is so much more with that concealer
    • The shades that they have, the undertones, are all amazing29:21
    • It's very long-lasting
    • It does need to be set
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    • I think it's the sprayer
    • They reformulated it. They cut ties with Scandinavia
    • It's not my favorite
    • I say skip it
  38. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush at 30:39 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • So worth every single penny30:34
    • You need like a little dot, and it will be full on pigment30:39
    • It's long-lasting30:43
    • It's one of the best blushes for under painting or for layering your blush for longevity30:45
    • There's a little bit of a learning curve. Less is more with it30:53
    • If you do that method, you'll love that blush as much as I do
    • The shades are so pretty
  39. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder at 31:30 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Totally worth it
    • Great shades. Very multi-purpose, multi-functional31:24
    • There's no right or wrong way to use that product31:30
    • It is definitely worth checking out31:33
    • Very unique and very long-lasting31:35
    • It's a really, really well-done product31:45
  40. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Rare Beauty Brow Harmony Flexible Lifting and Laminating Brow Gel at 32:19 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • That brow gel is probably one of the easiest brow gels to work with32:18
    • I'd say it's like this one of the safest brow gels you could use32:19
    • It never gets gunky or like flaky and kind of gross32:23
    • The Rare Beauty is pretty much un-mess-up-able32:31
    • Totally with it
    • It's not as strong of a hold
  41. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing NARS Light Reflecting Skin Improving Medium Coverage Foundation at 33:11 in a YouTube Shorts video
    NARS$55.00
    • I think that's probably the best NARS foundation on the market32:55
    • The shades are really difficult with NARS33:11
    • It's a great foundation if you're warm33:30
    • It's really pretty
  42. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing MAKEUP BY MARIO Ultra Suede Sculpting Lip Pencil at 33:59 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • One of my absolute all-time favorite lip liners33:57
    • There's not one bad shade that Mario launched33:59
    • If you want the safest bet in terms of like the prettiest, most flattering, most wearable, most your lips but better lip liner shades, you have to go to Mario34:03
    • So worth it. Get them all
  43. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Haus Labs Tri-Clone Skin Tech Hydrating Plus Depuffing Concealer at 35:19 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Haus Labs$49.99
    • Really nice concealer, not my favorite35:10
    • It's not hydrating. It's creamy, but it doesn't feel hydrating when you wear that concealer35:19
    • If you have dry under eyes, I think it could be a little misleading35:25
    • It is on the thick side
    • It can get a little greasy if you put too much on35:48
    • It's nice, but it wouldn't be the first one I'd pick35:52
  44. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Highlighter Wand at 36:21 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Lux, but so worth every single penny36:08
    • It is one of the most beautiful products for glow as a blush topper, as a glow from underneath type blush product36:21
    • You just can't go wrong. They're so pretty, so worth it36:28
  45. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Anastasia Beverly Hills Clear Brow Gel Flexible Medium Hold Eyebrow Setter at 36:54 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • That wand doesn't work36:51
    • That wand doesn't work for brows36:54
    • I don't know why they won't switch out that wand36:59
    • I say skip it
  46. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Merit Flush Balm Cream Blush at 27:41 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Really pretty colors9:41
    • There's just not there's no longevity with those27:41
    • I would skip it. I would skip it personally
    • It just doesn't stay37:50
  47. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Powder Blush at 38:23 in a YouTube Shorts video
    tarte$30.00
    • I would say skip it
    • There's so many better powder blushes out there38:23
  48. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Refillable Blurring and Setting Powder at 39:03 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Lux, but worth it
    • One of the most classic, iconic, staple products in my life38:56
    • I always have those in my kit39:03
    • There's just so many ways to use that powder
    • It's just worth it. It's just so worth it
    • Don't use it to set your makeup, but use it to finish your makeup, fine-tune it, smooth it, refine it39:20
  49. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing LYS Beauty No Limits Cream Bronzer and Contour Stick at 40:01 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • That is It's such a great deal39:58
    • LYS has really great prices40:01
    • That bronzer is so like so pro performing and so pro pigmented40:03
    • If you want the pigment and you want the pro performance and that color payoff instantly, then it's amazing40:21
    • I'd say it's a great product for makeup artists, too40:27
    • Worth it
  50. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Kulfi Lassie Lips Lip Staining, Long-Lasting, Moisturizing Lip Oil at 41:11 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Kulfi$24.00
    • Worth every single penny
    • The colors are so pretty
    • It's so long-lasting
    • Your lips will feel like they're in better shape than when you started41:00
    • Super successful, actually stains, is long-lasting, looks really smooth on your lips
    • I'm hooked on the shade Rose41:11
    • So worth it
  51. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Armani Beauty Eye Tint Long-Lasting Liquid Eyeshadow at 42:38 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Those are great
    • My only complaint with those is I hate the applicator because the little sponge has a hole in it, so the product gets trapped inside41:58
    • Other than that, great formulas, really pretty shades42:38
    • Totally worth it
    • If you have oily eyelids, I think the Makeup by Mario ones are better for mattes43:02
    • If you don't have oily eyelids, the Armani's great43:07
  52. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain 10-Hour Liquid Lipstick at 43:33 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I literally have three of the reds in my pro kit right now43:31
    • They're one of the best Sephora Collection products you could pick up43:33
    • The shades, there's tons of shades, they're small, they're convenient for like your purse, they're a great great liquid lipstick43:38
    • The reds that they launched are outstanding43:48
    • So worth it
  53. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Saie Glowy Super Gel Lightweight Dewy Multi-Purpose Illuminator at 44:46 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Saie$29.00
    • It's a great product. I think it's definitely worth it44:35
    • There was a learning curve with that product at one point when I first started using it in my professional kit, it was pilling like crazy
    • Reduce your skin prep, especially your moisturizer underneath, because it doesn't always love going on top of some moisturizers44:46
    • I do think it's worth it. And it's a really pretty product45:05
  54. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Natasha Denona High Glam Brightening and Hydrating Medium-to-Full Coverage Concealer at 45:43 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Worth every single penny
    • One of the best well-rounded, good for everyone, good for all skin types, all skin ages, good for every type of skin out there formula45:34
    • When I think of the most safe recommendation I could give, it's always this one45:43
    • The shades are unbeatable
    • Fantastic. So worth it
  55. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Dior Backstage Glow Maximizer Face Palette at 46:53 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Dior$48.00
    • It's like a number one product in my kit. Number one product in life46:51
    • They're so good46:53
    • Yes, they reformulated them. I don't think they ruined it46:55
    • Still above and beyond worth it47:02
    • They're beautiful palettes, so they're very luxe luxe price tag cuz it's Dior, but they're so worth it47:05

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